Harley Riders Are Not Going To Like this Indian Scout Rogue Review.

HELLOOOO Indian this is my first ride on a 2024 Indian Scout Rogue. Its also my first ride on an Indian period and I have to say it was a good one. I enjoyed this bike. Alot of you asked how it compared to the Sportster S and I give a litter feedback about how I think these 2 bikes should be treated in comparison to each other.
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[@joshuabenoit3744]

Fell in love with the Rogue from the first time I saw one and then had one a few weeks later. It is a blast to ride and I get out on it every chance I can. Good review and video!

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Thanks man glad I was able to pass along the info in a way that an owner agrees. Its a good bike ! It feel like well designed for sure. Its a solid Bike.

[@mikeh4686]

Nice video. 1/4 mile for both bikes are actually quite close. Sportster S just has no curb appeal. Just my 2 cents.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

I can see that the numbers are fairly close I know they aren’t far off but the second part really is dependent on what curb your on bro lol.

[@TheFirstCause]

@@NostalgicMotorcycles Yeah the Sportster S has a badass modern futurist look that I seriously appreciate. Cruisers have looked the same for 50 years practically, especially Harley Davidsons. To have the Sposter S come in and finally mix things up is great!

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

I agree. That’s why I got it. It was very different engine is up to modern standard and it makes 600 super sport power in a cruise. It’s awesome for sure.

[@izzojoseph2]

Great vid. Love the Indian line up. Kinda wish Polaris kept moving with the victory based on the design. But these are beautiful bikes

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

They are good man. This was the first Indian I have ever ridden and I think it was good. From the guys that worked there. They are using victory designs on the modern Indians instead of self competing they are essentially blending what they feel is the best of both.

[@orhancebi5288]

This bike gave me back the faith in American build machines. I absolutely love how it looks and performs! It is just beautiful ❤

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Man it’s good !! Quick too. So it’s enjoyable with a modern level of speed ! Now a days 100hp on a heavier machine is about a standard

[@Zulu-charlie99]

Indian is a far better bike for much cheaper. Harley is gouging customers for years and now finally there is a better option. Here in Canada Harleys are around 25-40% more in price for a worse bike.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

I agree this offered a lot of features. I love the bike man. I really want one now it’s smooth.

[@Zulu-charlie99]

@NostalgicMotorcycles I changed my read shocks to the Fox adjustable, changed exhaust, air intake and tuned it. Still far cheaper then the harley comparison. My bike rips now. Tons and tons of fun. I wouldn't take it on long trips but awesome for around town or couple hour burns.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

What power are you getting ? Also why not long trips ?

[@thebigempty_5792]

I bought a used 21 Scout ABS with 1300 miles on it and so far have put about 3k on it and here's my take. If money is no object, disregard and do what you want. Otherwise listen up: Test ride multiple times before making your decision. If the bike fits as is, great. I preferred the classic version over the Rogue or Bobber. For most riders, they need to make a few mods. to get it "right". I personally would never pay over 10K for a Scout unless all my requirements have already been done. I'm 6 ft. 220lb. and my first long Texas backroads ride had me hating this bike and wanting to sell it. The rear shocks/seat were terrible.( I only test rode it maybe 5 miles) Mine had the "fastback" type seat with the stupid metal bracket that hits the tailbone. Here's what I've done that now makes my 9995.00 bike a 13k bike. LOL 1 - Memphis Shades / Gauntlet and Road Warrior fairing 2 - Progressive 444 rear shocks - 3 turns in on pre load 3 - Extended reach oem black handlebars 4 - Barnett Clutch cable 5 - Kuryakyn Mini floor boards 6 - Extended reach seat / just installed Mustang MEE saddle 7 - Indian LED headlight 8 - Custom Dynamics LED black turn signals 9 - Vans grips 10 - Dean Speed forward control bracket - on order 11 Dean Speed 22" sissy bar - on order / for extra 12 - Bassani 3" slip ons 13 - Indian upgraded air intake / ECU reflash 14 - Joker Machine bar end mirrors/levers I honestly went from hating this bike due to the stock shocks (yes I adjusted the preloads) and the seat. Now that I've spend a few thousand dollars to "get it right", I couldn't imagine paying retail of 13-15K and doing all these upgrades. That's why my recommendation would be to buy used. The Scouts are not complicated with electronics and are pretty reliable and there a lots of them on the used market.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Thank you ! That’s awesome feedback for a larger rider in a smaller bike. 2 things. A larger cruiser for you might have saved that for you but 2 I would say regardless of the price you pay most stock bikes are not perfect for most people as everyone prefers different things and are sized/shaped different. But again awesome feedback I would not be able to provide as don’t have extensive miles on the bike nor is it mine to modify. What would you think about a segment where I talk about what I personally would change to have the bike fit me better ?

[@BeardedBandido214]

Great video man, did you mention how tall you were? Since you mentioned the foot pedals. Either way, i feel pretty set on getting one of these.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

I am 5’10”. Personally but they actually make different size pedal mounts. So you can adjust about 2 inches in either direction to fit your needs.

[@Sflboater100]

Love mine. Even has the same color tank.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

That’s a good bike for sure ! I went back and rode it again and I like it.

[@firestarter8202]

The new Scouts debut April 24. Meanwhile I have one and I can give you two absolute necessary upgrades; an LED headlight and some aftermarket rear shocks, such as Progressive 444s. I suggest you roll those two into the purchase. Indian makes piggyback shocks for about $1000 but I think the aftermarket ones are better. Be careful on aftermarket exhausts as these Scouts get real loud. Consider using a 1 inch hole saw to cut out the first baffles in the stock pipes. You can see that on a KZbin video. You can go from there.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Dude awesome feedback ! I actually use progressive springs in my magna and they are solid for sure ! Obviously different bike but I know the brand. And loud isn’t a problem for me 😜😜

[@garydunigan1175]

Good review and good explanation of comparison, Indian scout and the Harley SportsterS.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it !!

[@Roll_with_R.C.]

Good review video! I feel like you didn’t really ring it out, with a red line around 8k, it really wakes up after 3300 rpm. It is a screamer! I agree on the RPM gauge, it should be standard (but is available). I agree on the comparison to the Sportster S. When your riding position is that different, it feels different before you even get into the engine capability. It will be interesting to see if Indian addresses that with a sporty package with mid controls or rear sets with the new Scout.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

It’s a brand new bike I can say I did not fully ring it out as the bike is not even fully broken in but I did get to full throttle and revd it to about 7k so I was close. Thank you very much for the feedback I’m glad you enjoyed it !! Seriously means a lot. I do not think the new scout will compare still. Honeslty aside from being short the sportster S has a neo cafe esc vib (I know it’s not) but it really doesn’t check the cruiser box like the scout does. The scout it more comfortable over time and can be dressed a little better for longer rides. I feel as the SS is like a muscle cruiser more about power than comfort.

[@mcgoo721]

Really digging the scout rogue/sport! Id like to test ride one and a bobber to see which is a better fit, but i feel like the rogue/sport is set up better for someone a little taller.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Yes you are correct I have ridden both and the bars make a big difference for taller riders. I would encourage you to maybe wait 2-3 weeks and go check out the 2025 scout line up. It should be in dealers by then.

[@etishbite456]

My man. When you put an intake, 2 into 1 and a llyods tune. Its a totally different beast. I have the 78 hp scout 60 and i can take 2nd gear to 75 mph if need be lol.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Dam that’s impressive from a 60 lol. Any clue on what a 1200 will do ?

[@etishbite456]

@NostalgicMotorcycles No, I do not, but those mods will open up any bike. Llyods is pure Indian.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

@@etishbite456 Okay I will have to do some research as that 1200 felt really good as it was I know a tune will clean up the top end even more which is impressive.

[@etishbite456]

@@NostalgicMotorcycles YEP!

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

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[@Smileypb666]

Yet on the 2024 models and on, Indian is not allowing any performance mods or tuning to be done (Unless they will at dealer, but we know how that goes). So, enjoy stock from now on!

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Every company doesn’t allow it. It always voids warranty. But I have yet to see a motorcycle with a locked ECU not get tuned. They may not make it easy but it will be possible always !

[@123somatics]

I used to have a Scout Rogue. I loved the bike. But, I really got into taking long rides. And man, did my ass hurtttttt after 5-6 hours on the Indian. I changed the seat and shock and it did not help at all. I ended up getting a Street Bob 114 and it is so much more comfortable on longer rides. But, I do miss the Scout. It is an amazing bike.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Ya smaller cruisers are for sure not the most ideal for long long riders. 2-300 miles maybe but past 3 tanks of gas any smaller bikes usually doesn’t do the trick !

[@d-dotjohnson7596]

You should ride the Sport Scout that has 1250cc that Rogue has 1000cc

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Rode it coming soon bro !

[@SicSemperTyrannisSST]

Correct me if im wrong, but that appears to be a rogue 60. If im correct that one only had the 60CI engine with 78hp while the regular scout has a 69CI and makes 100hp.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

This is the bigger engine one. 100%

[@SicSemperTyrannisSST]

@NostalgicMotorcycles interesting, I thought the black heads were only available on the rogue 60 I prefer those heads over the Chrome ones, i didn't know it was an option. 🤟

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

@@SicSemperTyrannisSST I am not sure if that is year dependent. It may have been that way in years past. But its a good look for sure I prefer that to chrome.

[@RobDaKid87]

Yo, that's freaking DAS! I was just in talking to him and test riding the other day! I think I rode that exact bike. And that's definitely my neighborhood. Raggedy and highway 220/17.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Yessir !! How other day was the other day? I was up there last week in Thursday ?

[@RobDaKid87]

@@NostalgicMotorcycles Dude, I was there Thursday. And Friday. It was awesome! I rode that scout you rode. Along with another scout with a different seat and handlebar set up. Came back Friday and took my dad for a ride in one of their slingshots and then tested out their White Sport Chief. Good shit. Didn't care for the sport chief as much as I'd hoped though if I'm being honest. Definitely thinking about getting a scout sport or 101 though.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

@@RobDaKid87 My Man you were there for sure. That was me and my wife upfront messing around with the challenger and Pursuit as you were taking rides. She rode the tan scout you rode and I rode the Rogue again for a female/smaller rider feedback. That was shortly after I broke the clutch level. DAS has the video if he didn't already show it. Ask him next time you're up there. But ya if I remember correctly you were looking at info with him on the 101 as we were just hanging around by his bike as well.

[@RobDaKid87]

@@NostalgicMotorcycles yeah dude that was me! No fucking way! Small world dude. Crazy. I'll ask him for sure.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Oh ya. Thanks for watching regardless! I appreciate the locals for sure. I don’t ever know who watches.

[@neil2no1]

yo i live in clay county & thats where my bike is from

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Hell ya man. That’s awesome. Go swing by and check out the new ones once they have them.

[@grantdeizel4844]

Okay… I know you said both bikes serve a different purposes. My question to you is if you have a choice, which one would you choose? 😮

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Haha well I own a sportster S so that can speak for itself. I am different though as I enjoy the speed aspect over the comfort cruiser. If your looking for a faster bike it’s sportster s, if your looking for a more comfortable bike the scout takes it for sure. I love the term muscle cruiser. Vmax, vrod. More power focused less comfort. That’s more along the line of my interest over a standard cruiser. Now Having only 1 of the 2 options no other bikes. I think the scout is the better all arounder to take those miles. It’s a better single bike. The sportster s makes sense when you own it with other bikes. I have a comfortable long distance cruiser in the form of my Magna. So the scout would be having 2 bikes that serve the same purpose. The sportster for me is the faster play cruiser for short fun rides. The magna pounds the miles.

[@grantdeizel4844]

@@NostalgicMotorcycles awesome! Looking forward to more vids from you my guy!

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Thank bro ! Look forward to making them I have a few more Indian videos in the works !

[@beinyurame723]

How wide are those tyres?

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Normalish size. 16” wheels. 150 in the back 130 in the front

[@beinyurame723]

@@NostalgicMotorcycles aight thanks

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Yessir you’re welcome. Thank you for the comment bro !

[@beinyurame723]

@@NostalgicMotorcycles no problem g

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

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[@Indiandrips1901]

Caviar on 2 wheels 🤌

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

Its a beautiful ride my man. Thank you again and nice meeting you. Looking forward to making some more happen in the future.

[@maclirbroughman1304]

Personally I think the rogue and the street bob is a closer type of bike

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

100% agree for sure on that one

[@callumsmith338]

Nah it would be the Nightster and Scout. Street bob would be in competition with the Chief comparison wise.

[@NostalgicMotorcycles]

@@callumsmith338 lol I mean ya I can see how that would be a point of comparison.